Nusaid is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Muscle Pain, Osteoarthritis. Nusaid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nusaid. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Nusaid are Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Nusaid have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Nusaid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Nusaid has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Nusaid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nusaid related warnings section.
Nusaid is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Asthma, Blood Clotting Disorders are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nusaid contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Nusaid with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Nusaid, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Nusaid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Nusaid safe for pregnant women?
Nusaid can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Nusaid safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Nusaid may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Nusaid should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Nusaid on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Nusaid on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Nusaid on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Nusaid. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Nusaid only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Nusaid on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Nusaid. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Nusaid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nusaid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nusaid habit forming or addictive?
Nusaid does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Nusaid does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Nusaid is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Nusaid for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nusaid
Taking Nusaid with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nusaid
Taking Nusaid and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Yes, Nusaid can be taken for relieving symptoms of a headache. However, there are better medicines available for treating headache effectively.
Yes, Nusaid is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Nusaid is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patient's to take this drug unnessacarily without doctor's advise.
No, you can not take Nusaid with the antihypertensive drugs because it reduces the effects of the antihypertensive medicine. However, if you experience any sign and symptoms of an adverse reaction after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Nusaid is a brand name for aceclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is mainly used to relieve pain in a patient's suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Additionally, it also reduces fever.
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References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204
